Category Archives: News-CFVR
RCMP seize suspected cocaine and stolen handgun during kidnapping investigation
FORT McMURRAY - A Calgary man is facing multiple firearms and kidnapping charges after RCMP say a man escaped from an armed abduction north of Fort McMurray before police later seized drugs, cash and ...
May 26, 2026
Tom Keca back as MOB GM and head coach
The Fort McMurray Oil Barons have announced a leadership change, welcoming back Tom Keca as head coach and general manager. Keca returns to the club after previously leading the team from 2015 to 2019...
May 26, 2026 Fort McMurray Oil Barons
Youth on e-scooter injured after collision with SUV
RCMP are investigating a collision in Fort McMurray involving an SUV and an e-scooter that left a youth injured. The incident happened on Paquette Drive near Pacific Crescent. Police say the youth ent...
May 25, 2026 RCMP Officer, Summer 2025. File photo by Jon Tupper
Premiers meet in Alberta as separation confrontation looms
Western premiers are meeting in Alberta for their annual conference, with key issues expected on the agenda. Leaders from across Western Canada and the northern territories are gathering in Kananaskis...
May 25, 2026 Danielle Smith address audience in Fort McMurray
AA Oil Giants 15U Show Offensive Firepower and Resilience Through Busy Weekend
The AA Oil Giants 15U battled through a demanding three-game weekend, finishing 1-2 against strong competition while showcasing offensive depth, aggressive baserunning, and determination throughout al...
May 25, 2026
Fort McMurray Man Charged After RCMP Investigate Alleged Impaired Driver on Highway 63
Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Wood Buffalo say a Fort McMurray man is facing several charges following reports of an erratic driver on Highway 63 last week. Police say officers received multiple co...
May 21, 2026 RCMP vehicles at a checkstop in Fort McMurray August 15th and 16th. Photo provided by the RCMP
Wood Buffalo RCMP "Stuff a Cruiser" Campaign Fills Truck With Donations for Food Bank
The community once again showed up in a big way for local families in need during the latest "Stuff a Cruiser" campaign hosted by Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Wood Buffalo. Corporal Natasha Lytwen...
May 21, 2026 RCMP Cruiser with drones. Supplied image
RMWB Opens Registration for 2026 Canada Day Parade in Fort McMurray
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is inviting residents, businesses, and community groups to take part in this year's Canada Day celebrations with registration now open for the 2026 parade. Th...
May 21, 2026 Picture from rmwb.ca
Federal Minister Reflects on Wildfire Recovery During Fort McMurray Chamber AGM
There was a strong sense of reflection, resilience, and optimism inside SMS Equipment Place on Wednesday as local business leaders gathered for the annual luncheon hosted by the Fort McMurray Chamber ...
May 20, 2026
Fire Danger Very High in Fort McMurray Forest Area as Temperatures Rise
Fire danger remains very high in the Fort McMurray Forest Area as warmer temperatures continue to increase the risk of wildfires starting and spreading quickly. According to Alberta Wildfire, there ha...
May 20, 2026 By DarrenRD - File:Landscape view of wildfire near Highway 63 in south Fort McMurray.jpg, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=48561288
